Personal Trainer, Rankin YMCA

YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused wellness organization in Oklahoma seeks an entry-level Personal Trainer to design fitness programs and support members in achieving their health goals. This full-time role requires a passion for fitness and strong communication skills. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and be physically fit to instruct training sessions effectively. Starting at $15 per hour, this position promotes a positive community impact.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in Basic Life Support, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Required to lift excessive weight (minimum of 50 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Design and administer personalized fitness training programs.
• Administer health risk appraisals.
• Maintain appropriate record keeping of trainees.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Physical fitness

Knowledge of basic nutrition

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School education or equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support certification

Basic First Aid certification

Job description

Description

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Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts the lives of people in your community. Imagine sharing your passions and unique talents to build a better future for yourself and others. This is what it means to work at the Y. The Y offers more than a job. We offer the chance to make a difference in a fun, flexible environment, where our mission and values drive every decision we make.

Position Description

Design and administer personalized fitness training programs in accordance with member's needs and goals and program objectives of the Personal Training Program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Must stay current in Basic Life Support, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen, renewed annually.
• Physically and mentally fit in order to demonstrate correct form and lift excessive weight (minimum of 50 pounds) while being alert to recognize potential hazards and accidents and administer CPRPR/AED/O2 and First Aid effectively.
• Must have ability to develop all program levels for participants and have an understanding of muscles, basic nutrition and overall fitness.
• Attend two mandatory association Health and Fitness meetings every year.
• Attend staff meetings as designated by your supervisor.
• Strong communication and listening skills with the ability to handle complaining or demanding individuals without internalizing or personalizing such comments.
• Bloodborne Pathogens, Sexual Harassment and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire and renewed annually.
• Maintain current certifications.
• Administer fitness programs in keeping with Y guidelines.
• Administer health risk appraisals.
• Administer individual/group fitness assessments when appropriate.
• Assist with the Y special events when needed.
• Maintain appropriate record keeping of trainees and training cards, Paycom hours reporting, and incident/accident reports.
• Assist in marketing the program.
• Enforce safety standards and procedures.
• Re-rack dumbbells and plates prior/post to training.
• Keep fitness center and free-weight areas clutter-free by picking up towels, empty water bottles, trash, etc.
• Assist in cleaning all cardiovascular, weight machines and free-weight equipment.
• Communicate with coordinator/director when equipment malfunctions or free-weight equipment is damaged.
• Notify member and supervisor if session requires rescheduling (24 hours in advance unless it is an emergency situation).
• Responsible for maintaining current knowledge in fitness trends, innovations, programs and help educate participant’s awareness of all healthy lifestyle facts.
• Positively support the Y and its mission.
• Demonstrate and teach these attributes of personal character: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Respect client's confidentiality.
• Develop positive relationships with members and provide motivational support and guidance.
• Develop meaningful and sustainable relationships with members, donors and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in Basic Life Support, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• Must have approved national Personal Trainer Instructor
• Required to lift excessive weight (minimum of 50 pounds).

Salary

Starting at $15.00 per hour

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Non-profit Organizations